| Author |
Various |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, October 4, 1890
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Punch, or the London Charivari, William
Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, October 4, 1890" by Various is a collection of satirical writings that reflects the humor and social commentary typical of the late 19th century, particularly during the Victorian era. As part of the long-running "Punch" magazine, this volume combines political satire, commentary on social customs, and light-hearted tales, using wit to address various topics of the day. Primarily aimed at entertaining its readership, the humor often focuses on the peculiarities of London life and broader societal observations. The text within this volume features a variety of humorous sketches and parodies, including the fictitious contest for the best novel which introduces playful novel excerpts and critiques of contemporary literary practices. One notable piece, "One Man in a Coat," captures the misadventures of a character struggling with societal expectations and personal misfortune, portraying everyday frustrations with a comedic lens. The collection also includes lively illustrations and poems, each aiming to spark laughter while shedding light on issues such as journalism, politics, and the quirks of British customs. Overall, readers can expect a blend of satire, social commentary, and absurdity that paints a vivid picture of the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12306 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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